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Bar Bouchon, James Perse, and More

Editor — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:00:32 +0000

This weekend knows who’s been naughty and nice.

BAR BOUCHON OPENS

The more casual nightlife offering from the very buzzworthy Bouchon Bistro opens tomorrow. Find the party below Bouchon and you’ll be rewarded with a mini winebar and all the requisite pairings (cheeses, charcuterie, salads, desserts) you can imagine.

Bar Bouchon at Bouchon Bistro, 235 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, (310) 271-9910, bouchonbistro.com

BASTIDE RE-OPENS

In LA, good restaurants don’t die. They just get some work done. And so it is for the new Bastide, now open with an adjacent Assouline Bookstore. Expect casual bistro fare (Risotto with Wild Mushrooms, Braised Lamb Shanks) expertly prepared by chef Joseph Mahon, formerly of Bouley.

Bastide, 8475 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, (323) 651-5950

FRIDAY

70% OFF JAMES PERSE

With seven days until Christmas, now might be the perfect time for a James Perse Winter Sample Sale. Hit Siren Studios tomorrow (and through Sunday) for up to 70 percent off men’s and women’s tees, loungewear, and more. Happy hunting.

James Perse Winter Sample Sale at Siren Studios@Orange, 1050 North Orange Drive (near Santa Monica Boulevard), (323) 960-9045, jamesperse.com

SATURDAY

SANTA MONICA PUB CRAWL

Santa stays jolly with his righteous beer belly. Work on yours and don your red had for the First Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl. Your admission of one non-perishable food item to benefit Westside Food Bank will bring you a night of holiday cheer, complete with food and booze specials like $3 beers and $5 Champagne at W. 4th & Jane. Do it for Santa.

Visit santamonicapubcrawl.com for more details.

Editor’s Note: CityStyle returns in the New Year (with a tan!). Enjoy the holiday season. We mean it.

Global Tapas, J. Lindeberg, and More

Editor — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:00:52 +0000

This weekend is getting wet.

TIGER SUSHI OPENS

Cajun salmon. Ten-inch Nigerian prawns. Short-ribs cooked in leaves of cohibas (yes, like the cigar). Japanese fusion is taken to its highest levels at the brand-new Tiger Sushi in Beverly Hills. Consider dinner there a nice reward for getting through the week.

Tiger Sushi, 340 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, (310) 274-3200, tigerbh.com

BLOODY BILLS POPS UP

Speaking of excellent fusion food, starting next week, Libertine restaurant plays host to Bloody Bills, a new, pop-up restaurant from Chef William “Bloody Bill” Annesley and restaurateur Michael Della Femina. Expect bold and delicious flavors, like Bacon Wrapped Dates stuffed with Blue Cheese, Tandoori Drumsticks with Hot Mango Chutney, and Pamplona BBQ Shrimp. Plus, all dishes will be under $15.

For reservations, call (646) 345-5287 or email dellafeminahospitality@gmail.com.

Bloody Bills at Libertine Restaurant, 8210 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, (323) 656-3005, libertineonsunset.com

UMAMI BURGERS IN MOTION

Yes, it’s true. The Umami Burger Truck is finally rolling. Now you can score the eatery’s popular burgers anywhere that their Twitter page tells you. We hear Sherry Shiitake Smashburgers are on tonight’s menu…

Get in the burger mood at umamiburger.com.

FRIDAY

70% OFF J. LINDEBERG

Winter in LA is almost here. Which means a super sale on outerwear, apparel, and accessories from J. Lindeberg and William Rast is nice. And with the goods going for up to 70 percent off, how can you resist? (Hint: don’t).

J. Lindeberg and William Rast Warehouse Sale at the Cooper Building, 860 South Los Angeles Street, 8th Floor, thewarehousesale.com

Futuristic Cars, Morrissey, and More

Editor — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:00:33 +0000

This weekend is motoring on.

FRIDAY

THE LA AUTO SHOW

Exotics. Hybrids. Concept cars. There’s something for every type of speed racer at the LA Auto Show. The annual showcase of the hottest cars (BMW, Cadillac, Lexus) of the future kicks off tomorrow. Through next Sunday (12/13).

LA Auto Show at the LA Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa Street, (213) 741-1151, laautoshow.com

IX TAPA CANTINA OPENS

You’re always in the mood for good drinks and good food. So is restaurateur Jack Huang (Bar Celona, Villa SORRISO). For his third restaurant on Colorado Boulevard, he’s gone all out. Big space meets big flavors. Welcome Ix Tapa Cantina.

Ix Tapa Cantina, 119 E. Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, (626) 304-9955

SATURDAY

50% OFF OPENING CEREMONY

It’s just about half-time in the Fall/Winter fashion season. And to celebrate, the clothiers at Opening Ceremony are treating you to half off designer threads from Alexander Wang, Band of Outsiders, and others. Check out the goods at openingceremony.us.

Opening Ceremony, 451 N. La Cienega Boulevard, (between Rosewood & Oakwood Avenues), West Hollywood, (310) 652-1120, openingceremony.us

GET MORE MORRISSEY

The more you ignore him, the closer he gets. Yes, Morrissey is headed to LA next week, and bringing his soulful sound with him. Witness the glory at the Gibson Amphitheatre. Score your tickets, on sale now here. Thursday, 12/10.

Los Angeles Gibson Amphitheatre, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City

Cheap Beer, Pricey Lingerie, and More

Editor — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:19 +0000

This weekend howls at the New Moon.

THURSDAY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GOOD LUCK BAR

To celebrate fifteen years of good times at Good Luck Bar, the Los Feliz haunt is luring you with awesome drink specials, like $2 beers and $5 cocktails. And to guarantee your happy ending (pun, definitely intended), they’re also bringing in Chinese burlesque dancers and not one, but two Kogi trucks. Happy endings, indeed.

Good Luck Bar, 1514 N. Hillhurst Avenue, Los Feliz, (323) 666-3524, committedinc.com

WESC WAREHOUSE SALE

It’s that time again. When the crew at WeSC decide to generously discount the season’s surplus. Swing by their warehouse sale today, tomorrow, or Saturday, and the goods will be going for up to 80 percent off!

WeSC Warehouse Sale, 11099 S. La Cienega Blvd (near W. 111th Street), Suite #170, Mid-Wilshire, (310) 670-5190, wesc.com

FRIDAY

LA PERLA MALIBU DEBUTS

If the sound of “La Perla” rolling off your tongue doesn’t make you think “sexy lingerie”, then acquaint yourself with the Italian lace and satin masters at their new Malibu boutique. It’s brand spanking new…

La Perla Malibu, 3939 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, (310) 456-7078, laperla.com

UP TO 80% OFF FURLA

The luxe Italian label, famous for its good looking weekend bags, is holding its first-ever sample sale. To help make it memorable, they’ve reduced merchandise by up to 80 percent. Stop by Siren Studios today or tomorrow to get the goods. Happy hunting.

Furla Sample Sale at Siren Studios, 6063 W. Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, thesavvy.com

Ping Pong, Art Night, and More

Editor — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:00:05 +0000

This weekend is causing a (table tennis) racket.

LUDOBITES & ROYAL/T

Because you can never get enough of top toque Ludo Lefebvre’s cooking or the popular Culver City cafe, LudoBites is now taking reservations for a thirteen-day dining and art collaboration at Royal/T. Good food and good art, now that’s a team we can root for.

Reservations are here.

SATURDAY

PING PONG-ING AT THE STANDARD

DJs. Ping pong. Cocktails. It’s just another Saturday night at The Standard in Hollywood. Except this time, the stakes are higher as the popular hotel plays host to a new weekly ping pong tournament on Saturdays from noon to 5pm. The victors win free nights at the hotel or comped dinners for two. Let the games begin.

The Standard Hollywood, 8300 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, (323) 650-9090, standardhotels.com/hollywood

TUESDAY

ART NIGHT AT KATSUYA

You’ve always admired Katusya’s penchant for art. Now, the Glendale location is upping the ante as they transform the Dragon Lounge into a full-blown art gallery. For one night only, you can appreciate the works of 8 local artists. Or you can just appreciate the happy hour specials, like $7 specialty cocktails, and $5 sushi rolls.

Katsuya Glendale at the Americana at Brand, Glendale, (818) 244-5900, sbe.com/katsuya

WEDNESDAY

DINNER AND WINE AT THE BEACHCOMBER

Braised Kona Short Ribs - there’s a wine for that. Lobster Bisque? A wine for that too. Chappellet pairs perfect libations to mouth-watering dishes at their five-course dinner at The Beachcomber Cafe (view the menu here). Wednesday, 6:30pm, $75 per person.

The Beachcomber Cafe at the Malibu Pier, 2300 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, (310) 456-9800, thebeachcombercafe.com

Cougar Parties, Whisky Tastings, and More

Editor — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:00:07 +0000

This weekend is cougar hunting.

FRIDAY

CALIFORNIA COUGARS & CUBS CONVENTION

The weekend’s most buzz-worthy social event happens this Friday in the Hills. Reserve your tickets here or chance it at the door. Either way, you can thank us later. We think…

The California Cougar Convention at the Beverly Hills Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1150 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, (415) 507-9962, cougarevents.com

RALPH LAUREN PRIVATE SALE

40 percent off is a pretty nice deal to get you thinking about the classic good looks from RL. Throw in a secret code for an additional 15 percent off (use NOV0509) and you’re sold. But hurry, the sale ends on Monday.

In stores and online at ralphlauren.com.

SATURDAY

THE SINGLE MALT EXTRAVAGANZA

Mix whiskey and Scotch together and you can’t win. Put a soiree together for rare whiskeys and single malt enthusiasts and you can’t lose. Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Single Malt & Scotch Whisky Extravaganza in Santa Monica.

The Single Malt Extravaganza at The Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, 1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, (800) 990-1991, singlemaltextravaganza.com

SUNDAY

SUNDAY RUSTIC MENU AT IL SOLE

In true Italian style, the good chefs at Il Sole have cooked up a new way to entice you: a rustic, family-style menu with highlights like Seven-Layered Lasagna, Veal Ossobuco, and Baked Branzino. Buon appetito, indeed.

Il Sole, 8741 W. Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, (310) 657-1182

Strawberry Shots, Dance Fests, and More

Editor — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:00:35 +0000

This weekend can’t believe it’s November.

FRIDAY

HARD HAUNTED MANSION

2 days. 2 stages. 16 hours of music. HARD returns to The Shrine for another major Halloween blowout. This year, they’re bringing DJ Steve Aoki, Basement Jaxx, and an electronica A-list to keep the party moving until 4am. Score tickets at hardfest.com.

HARD Haunted Mansion at The Shrine, 649 W. Jefferson Blvd., (213) 748-5116, shrineauditorium.com

SATURDAY

BLOOD SHOTS AT KATSUYA

Relax, it’s not what you’re thinking. Unless you’re imagining Bacardi Dragonberry shots mixed with acai berry juice. In which case, we have to say: we like your thinking. And so does Katsuya in Glendale: to help you celebrate Halloween, the popular restaurant is serving a pair of Blood Shots for a five spot. Don’t be afraid, too much…

Katsuya Glendale in the Americana at Brand, Glendale, (818) 244-5900, sbe.com/katsuya

CHAMPAGNE-FLAVORED HALLOWEEN

Of course, if your idea of Halloween is kicking back with a complimentary glass of bubbly, while watching a costume contest, and savoring a three-course meal by the good chefs at Provecho, well saunter over to Downtown. The special prix-fixe menu, in collaboration with the Veuve Cliquot house is yours for $49. Did we mention the free Champagne?

Provecho, 800 Wilshire Blvd (at Flower), Downtown, (213) 489-1406, provechorestaurant.com

WEDNESDAY

STOUT OPENS

You can never have too many upscale burger and beer palaces in LA. Throw in a 4 am closing time and this new Cahuenga joint might just be your new favorite late-night haunt. Opens to the public on Wednesday. Facebook them here.

Stout, 1544 N. Cahuenga Blvd (at Selma), Hollywood

Zombie Drinks, Burlesque, and more

Editor — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:00:55 +0000

This weekend is tanning in October.

SATURDAY

LIVE JAZZ + OLD SCHOOL BURLESQUE

Sultry weather calls for sultry shows. Get yours this Saturday as The Happy Shop graces the Roosevelt Hotel for a special Halloween performance. Two jazz sets throughout the evening will help set the mood. Costumes not required but gentlemen, please wear ties. Tickets are $20 to $40.

The Happy Shop at the Cinegrill in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, (323) 462-8056

SPOOKY BOOZE AT THE BEACHCOMBER

Good times are never far when you pair sunsets and cocktails. So in the spirit of Halloween, the creative bartenders at The Beachcomber Malibu are offering yes, spooky libations. For a limited time, you can sip on a refreshing Frisky Witch, made with vodka, cucumber and lime juice, or try a Midori-fueled Zombie, topped with a gummy worm. Cheers.

The Beachcomber Malibu and Malibu Pier Club, 2300 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, (310) 456-9800, thebeachcombercafe.com

OLIVER PEOPLES GETS SHADY

Every good Thursday night out deserves a great pair of Friday morning shades. Mask that hangover in style at Oliver Peoples this weekend. The eyewear emporio is clearing inventory with seriously discounted sunglasses by Paul Smith, Mosley Tribes, and more. Through Sunday.

Oliver Peoples, 8642 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, (310) 657-2553, oliverpeoples.com

THE BAZAAR TURNS ONE

Like any other one-year-old, The Bazaar by José Andrés is celebrating its first with Cotton Candy… and Foie Gras! A special prix-fixe menu of six plates joins the party, along with rotating specials like Jamon Iberrico, Watermelon Tomato Skewers, and Stuffed Piquillo Peppers. To help toast the occasion, four Spanish wines will be paired. The special menu, for $100 per person, debuts next month. And happy birthday The Bazaar.

The Bazaar by José Andrés, 465 South La Cienega Boulevard (near Colgate Avenue), Beverly Hills, (310) 246-5555, thebazaar.com

Brats, Beer, Whisky, and More

Editor — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:00:52 +0000

This weekend wears Dodger blue.

THURSDAY

BEER. 7 DAYS A WEEK.

Taking Oktoberfest to new limits, LA Beer Week kicks off today. In between beer tastings and beer pairings at select restaurants, you can also soak up lessons on brewing brewskis at home and all kinds of beer-related activities. Yet another reason why we love the City of Angels…

To score tickets, visit labeerweek.com.

WHISKY LIVE, ON SALE NOW

Of course, if you’d rather spend your calories sampling Bourbon and Scotch, hit Whisky Live on Monday. The annual festival for the brown stuff features 50+ varieties, hors d’oeuvres, and outdoor space to light up a cigar. Tickets are on sale now. Prepare to call in sick on Tuesday. Monday, from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.

Whisky Live at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main Street, Santa Monica, whiskylive.com

SATURDAY

BEER & BRATS AT RUSH STREET

PBRs. Premium brats. Truffle fries. All for a ten spot, all weekend long at Rush Street. The Windy City-themed restaurant is also celebrating their Chicago roots by showing Northwestern football games every Saturday and Bears games on Sunday.

Rush Street Culver City, 9546 Washington Blvd, Culver City, (310) 837-9546, rushstreetculvercity.com

SUNDAY

90% OFF YOOX

It’s hard to go wrong when you’re moving merch at 90% off. And when the gear happens to be by an amazing array of top designers from Alexander McQueen to Zegna Sport, well, consider yourself lucky. And welcome to Yoox’s Semi-Annual Sale. Until 10/20.

Visit Yoox.com.

Seduction. Pizza. Burgers.

Editor — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:00:05 +0000

What happens in the weekend, stays in the weekend.

VOYEUR OPENS

Black leather. Spiked lighting. Erotic photos. WeHo’s newest nightlife temple is a brilliant mash-up of naughty and… nice food (Prime Beef Sliders, Crispy Shrimp Cocktail). And cocktails! See for yourself. Enter Voyeur…

Voyeur, 7969 Santa Monica Boulevard (W. of Hayworth), West Hollywood, (310) 255-1110, voyeur7969.com

THURSDAY

PIZZA AT 4AM, ANYONE?

Soak up the weekend with a little taste of New York-style pizza. Or Chicago-style pizza. The choice is yours at Santa Monica’s newest pizza palace: NY+C Pizza. The gourmet slice slingers are thinking you’ll appreciate the choice of two superb styles of pizza. Plus, they’re open late. Like, 4am late!

NY & C Pizza, 1120 Wilshire Boulevard (E. of 11th), Santa Monica, (310) 393-9099, nyandcpizza.com

UMAMI BURGER + SALARYMAN

Good times are never far when you mix cold beer with hot burgers. That’s the winning formula at Umami’s new location in Loz Feliz. Expect more of the savory burgers you’ve come to love, and an adjacent beer bar Salaryman with a nice list of Japanese beers. Kanpai!

Umami Burger and Salaryman, 4655 Hollywood Boulevard (E. of Vermont), Los Feliz, (323) 669-3922, umamiburger.com

SUNDAY

ANOTHER TASTE OF ABBOT KINNEY

Follow your taste buds down Venice’s Taste of Abbot Kinney walking tour. Indulge in Petrossian Caviar, the best from Lemonade, and “Raising the Bar” - Joe’s Restaurant’s mixology competition featuring top LA bartenders. $60 per person. From 2pm to 7pm.

Visit tasteofabbotkinney.com for tickets.